ELKTON, Md. — What might be on the line this upcoming year for Cecil County schools? School programs and 150+ jobs, according to a budget forecast from school leadership.
A rally in Elkton pushed back on the potential cuts, calling on the county government for greater funding.
WMAR spoke with demonstrators Tuesday night.
Mom Amy Baldwin and her high schooler Ella joined the rally outside the Cecil County Offices in Elkton.
“We need this money, or else the schools- it’s just going to be hit so hard next year,” Amy told WMAR.
“I knew that without the funding, I wouldn’t be able to do the dual enrollment classes that have gotten me merit scholarships for a lot of the colleges I’ve been applying to. Without those scholarships, I might not be able to go to college,” Ella added.
Cecil County Schools said the cuts are projected amid a revenue shortfall of roughly $20 million. According to …